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Orlando Changemakers Unite to Form The Collective

March 20, 2017

Attention change-makers, activists, established and rising stars in the non-profit world, or anyone else who is passionate and dedicated to a cause they actively champion. A new initiative called The Collective is here to help cultivate the caused based leaders here in Orlando. The Collective is a free program that will meet monthly to discuss topics that are important to those who actively work to make the world a better place in some way.

What is The Collective Anyway?

The Collective is an initiative from the minds of collaborators Change Everything; Jon Busdeker–Digital Storyteller and former reporter at WESH 2 News; and CT-Social–a digital marketing agency dedicated to non-profit work here in Orlando (and the agency behind Central Florida Top 5’s big makeover in 2015!).

The idea grew out of a desire to build a network of support to those who dedicate themselves and their time to important causes. “We want to find people who are really passionate about social change. They can be passionate about the arts, social reform, homelessness, whatever it is,” Jon Busdeker explains. “We want to create a community and give them a space so they can become better at what they do.”

How Will it Work?

The Collective will meet once a month, with their first meeting to take place on March 29. Each meeting will focus on a different topic affecting those who work in cause based spaces. Some of the topics covered will be: media relations for causes, donor relations, emotional health and self-care for cause based work, and dealing with stress.

Meetings will also include expert guest speakers and group discussions. The goal is to build and cultivate leaders who are doing the hard work in the various causes they care about. Members will learn not only from experts but from each other. “We want to give people the tools to do what they’re most passionate about,” Busdeker said.

Who Should Apply?

The Collective is for anyone who is dedicated to making an impact on a cause they care deeply about.

Non-profit leaders or rising stars in the non-profit world.

Government employees who work tirelessly to make their community a better place.

Dedicated activists who are organizing groups to enact change.

Business leaders who champion causes in their free time because it’s important to their values like Lee S. Rosen.

Ready to Join?

The Collective is accepting members into this inaugural group. There is no cost to attend. If you are interested in joining and feel you’d be a perfect fit for this group, please apply on-line at http://collective.change-everything.com.

Contributing Author

Diana Griffith

Diana is a freelance writer living in Orlando and is the founder of OrlandoLadyBoss.com, a blog that is geared towards women in Orlando who are making an impact on the city. In her free time she spends time exploring the city and enjoying the Florida sunshine.